Augmented Reality Solutions for Manufacturing Efficiency

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Augmented Reality Solutions for Manufacturing Efficiency

Connecting humans and machines through augmented reality is changing the face of industrial manufacturing and providing efficiency solutions. When digital content is overlaid on a piece of machinery, the equipment comes to life. Detailed instructions pop into focus to guide the operator, helping him/her to identify and fix any problems. Animated 3D renderings, in exact proportion, explode into view and visually show the operator how to repair and maintain the machinery through step-by-step visual aides. Like something from “The Terminator” or “Minority Report” movies, the operator can instantly see the digital content directly in front of him. This is one example of how augmented reality (AR) is revolutionizing the efficiency of industrial operations.

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Bionics Drive Factory Automation and Industry 4.0

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Bionics Drive Factory Automation and Industry 4.0

Driving Factory Automation and Industry 4.0, Festo’s Bionic Learning Network studies the movement and behavior of animals in nature to inspire interactive, intelligent technology and machines that stretch the boundaries of factory automation and lead the charge in building the factory of the future.

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Manufacturers Leverage IIoT Data

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Manufacturers Leverage IIoT Data

As manufacturers make digital transformations using IIoT data, they see immediate results that save time and money. The types of data can be collected in many ways, but the elements must be strung together to create anything useful. The key challenge becomes weeding out the bad data and then using the good data to make a difference in plant efficiency. 

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How to Build a World-Class Manufacturing Facility

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How to Build a World-Class Manufacturing Facility

Petrochemical plant in India commits to superior maintenance and forward-thinking processes to build a world-class program and accelerate efficient operations. A 29-year-old facility looks brand new and operates at 390 MW with state-of-the-art equipment, technology, and automation. To keep this kind of facility operating at full speed requires world-class maintenance. RIL-Hazira

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COVID-19's Impact on Manufacturing & Industry

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COVID-19's Impact on Manufacturing & Industry

Manufacturers and big industry continue to step up and make an impact during the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.

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Modern Manufacturing (Volume 2) - Real-World Stories from the Plant Floor

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Modern Manufacturing (Volume 2) - Real-World Stories from the Plant Floor

Modern Manufacturing Ebook series by Michelle Segrest provides real-world stories from the plant floor with best manufacturing practices and processes that drive efficiency and reliability.

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Modern Manufacturing (Volume 1) - Best Practices from Industry Champions

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Modern Manufacturing (Volume 1) - Best Practices from Industry Champions

From assembly lines to man-made tools to machines to automation, the evolution of modern manufacturing has driven the course of the global economy for centuries. We continue to see innovation and creative ideas change the face of modern manufacturing.

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